Average daycare prices and childcare options in the Atlanta, GA metro area
Atlanta Childcare Cost Summary
Infant Care
Toddler Care
Preschool
Affordability in Atlanta
of median household income goes to infant childcare
The median household income in the Atlanta metro area is $81,584. Childcare costs represent a significant portion of family budgets in this area.
How Atlanta Compares
| Location | Infant (Monthly) | Infant (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | $972 | $11,664 |
| Georgia Average | $900 | $10,800 |
| National Average | $1,233 | $14,800 |
Atlanta childcare costs are 8% higher than the Georgia state average.
Statewide Information
For more details on childcare costs, subsidies, and paid family leave programs across Georgia, see our comprehensive Georgia Childcare Cost Guide.
Types of Childcare in Atlanta
Daycare Centers
Center-based care in Atlanta averages $972/month for infants. The Atlanta, GA area has numerous licensed centers offering full-time care.
Family Daycare
Family daycare (in-home care providers) averages $751/month for infants in Atlanta – typically 23% less than centers.
Nanny/Au Pair
Private in-home care through a nanny in Atlanta typically costs $29,160/year for full-time care, higher than the national average due to cost of living.
Financial Assistance in Georgia
Child Care Subsidy Program
Georgia’s childcare subsidy program helps eligible families. Contact your local resource and referral agency to apply.
Tax Benefits
- Dependent Care FSA: Save up to $5,000/year pre-tax
- Child and Dependent Care Credit: Up to $3,000 per child
- Child Tax Credit: Up to $2,000 per child
